Falling
I could feel my heart thumping in my chest as I stood on the edge of the precipice looking down 500 feet. The narrow paths in the high Andes Mountains connect one incredible ruin to another with shear drop offs and no railings. This is where the Incas built their homes, forts and temples, and we been exploring these inspiring ruins throughout the Sacred Valley. Only I have a fear of heights. At times when traversing the steep mountainsides I can hardly move, nearly paralyzed with fear. Meanwhile Carrie and the boys skip along the path like they were at the grocery store.
My brother said that he doesn’t feel like he is living if he doesn’t sign a liability waiver for some activity at least once a year. There are no waivers in Peru.
We all have fears. Occasionally we stumble or fall. In November I lost my job suddenly. It felt like someone had kicked me in the gut. In truth, although it was not what I expected, it was an answer to prayer. God has guided our every step. Doors have opened. Opportunities availed themselves. Granted, not always on our timing (that’s where the faith part comes in). We are learning to put every decision, every problem, every plan, and every action into his hands. It is not always easy, but the journey is rich, rewarding, and right. (Isaiah 40:29-31)
11 Comments
David Miller
May 1, 2012Thanks for sharing this – This was an encouragement to me today!
Blessings
Bob
May 1, 2012Thanks David. Blessings back at you.
David Woodling
May 2, 2012Such interesting readings from all of you. What an amazing family! Really makes you stop at think about what’s important to us and what we value in life. I will continue to follow your journey. Very inspirational!
David
Bob
May 3, 2012You are still the man. Thanks for following along.
Brenda Muery
May 2, 2012I understand your fear of heights. Please share with your family how much I am enjoying your posts. God bless you and your family on the journey.
Bob
May 2, 2012Thanks Brenda. Hope you and Bob are doing well.
Sally
May 2, 2012two thumbs up
Maria
May 2, 2012Have been following and enjoying the whole family’s adventures. This one especially touched me – you are so brave. Thank you for sharing, and God bless.
Bob
May 3, 2012Hola Maria. This has been an incredible time for our family – and we do feel blessed. Thanks for following and I hope everything is going great for you.
Gae
May 3, 2012Love all the pictures and posts, Bob! Love and hugs to all of you!
Betsy Stoddard
May 8, 2012I can see Adam and Benjamin growing taller as you write your comments on this wonderful trip and the great pictures. Especially the ones of the 4 of you with the backgrounds as you travel. Love it. We are following your adventure with pleasure.